Los Angeles without beaches is like tacos without tortillas…it just doesn’t add up. The sand and surf that’s to be found up and down LA’s coastline are a defining feature of the city. I make it a point to avail myself of the dozens of public beaches and piers whenever I can, exploring the shoreline from Malibu to Redondo. These are my go-to spots to catch some sun and jump in the Pacific.
10 Best Beaches in Los Angeles
Editor’s note: These spots are all taken directly from travelstoke®, a new app from Matador that connects you with fellow travelers and locals, and helps you build trip itineraries with spots that integrate seamlessly into Google Maps and Uber. Download the app to add any of the spots below directly to your future trips. 
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